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Great teamwork is key according to LNER colleagues at Newark Northgate Railway Station, after they clinched the prestigious ‘Medium Station of the Year’ title at this year’s National Rail Awards.   

To mark Black History Month, LNER invited a group of Bradford schoolchildren on a special trip to Doncaster to learn about the Black trailblazers who changed the rail industry forever.

LNER is delighted to support one of Northumberland’s leading cultural events as the Official Transport Partner of the 2026 Berwick Literary Festival.

Actress, author and podcaster Hilary Whitehall joins Jenni Falconer for the latest episode of Routes, the podcast from LNER, where she reflects on the journeys, relationships and adventures that have shaped her life, from meeting husband Michael 40 years ago to travelling the world alongside son Jack Whitehall.

Ahead of World Tourism Day (Sunday 27 September), LNER has upgraded its onboard digital service, making it easier for customers to check the latest travel information in a variety of languages. 

LNER has been recognised in a number of categories at this year’s prestigious National Rail Awards. 

Chef-inspired Chicken Milanese served with cavatelli pasta and a golden almond and raspberry frangipane tart are among the new dishes tempting customers’ taste buds as LNER launches its latest First Class menus. 

LNER is launching a new coach-combatting early-bird fare from London to Leeds, meaning customers can travel between the two cities in a little over two hours for just £12. 

Renowned food critic, journalist, author and broadcaster Jay Rayner joins Jenni Falconer for the latest episode of Routes, the podcast from LNER, where he reflects on the journeys that have shaped his life.

LNER, famous for its red trains and uniforms, is proud to be officially certified as green with the company, once again, confirmed as sending zero waste to landfill.

LNER has appointed its loudest colleague – Customer Experience Leader Robb Weir – as an advocate for turning down the volume ahead of National Quiet Day (Monday 14 September 2026). Rock-star Robb is encouraging customers to find time for some peace and quiet, whether that be at home, in nature, or on an LNER train. On the day itself, LNER is also giving away complimentary* hot drinks to help customers enjoy a relaxing journey. 

More than twenty LNER colleagues are gearing up to take part in this weekend’s Great North Run in support of LNER charity partner CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably).